October 3 – Belgian football is facing a significant financial challenge as tax authorities are demanding the repayment of €121.2 million from the industry. As the authorities await payment, they have frozen provisional broadcasting rights for the majority of Belgian clubs in an effort to put pressure on clubs to pay their outstanding taxes. The government action stems from a …
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Update given on Chelsea target’s asking price after Bayern goal
Aston Villa have hiked up their asking price for striker Jhon Duran following his stunning goal against Bayern Munich. After a tough first 18 months following his move from MLS side Chicago Fire, Duran has burst into life as a super sub this season, netting six goals in nine appearances across all competitions, despite only one of those outings coming …
Read More »Flick considering promoting Barcelona reserves captain to first team amid renewal talks
The Barcelona midfield was recently bolstered by the return of Frenkie de Jong, who re-appeared on the pitch for the first time in 163 days, in the Champions League game against Young Boys. However, de Jong getting back to full fitness, coupled with the impending return of Gavi, has not stopped Hansi Flick from thinking about more ideas on how …
Read More »Eagles still looking for first win
Crystal Palace host Liverpool at Selhurst Park on Saturday in the opener of this weekend’s Premier League fixture. The Reds are in stellar form, sitting at the top of the table, while Palace are still searching for their first win of the season. This fixture looks set to be a tough test for the home side, with Liverpool being firm …
Read More »Aston Villa’s Jhon Duran is not at Chelsea because of Conor Gallagher
Aston Villa’s Jhon Duran has been the talk of the Premier League this season and the in-form striker could have been displaying his talent at Chelsea had it not been for Conor Gallagher. The Blues have held a long-term interest in the Colombian star tracing back to the January transfer window and they revisited the idea of signing the 20-year-old …
Read More »“We received a lesson” RB Leipzig coach responds to Juventus loss
RB Leipzig manager Marco Rose acknowledged that Juventus taught his team a harsh lesson during their Champions League encounter last night. The Bianconeri secured a stunning victory against the German side, even after receiving a red card when Michele di Gregorio was sent off. Instead of adopting a defensive approach, Juventus continued to attack and were ultimately rewarded with a …
Read More »Maradona’s remains to be moved to mausoleum in Buenos Aires
The legendary Diego Maradona, one of soccer’s most iconic figures, is going to a public mausoleum in Buenos Aires. Following a court ruling, the remains of the 1986 World Cup champion, who passed away in November 2020, will be exhumed and relocated from the private Bella Vista Cemetery to a newly constructed memorial site in the city’s Puerto Madero district. …
Read More »Newcastle’s summer signing could be on his way out in the January transfer window
Newcastle United are reportedly considering sending summer signing Will Osula out on loan during the January transfer window to aid his development. The young forward, who was signed for £15 million from Sheffield United by sporting director Paul Mitchell, has yet to make a significant impact on the first team. Osula has had limited chances to showcase his talent this …
Read More »Line-ups confirmed as Mainoo ruled out and trio dropped for crunch clash
It’s a big night for Erik ten Hag, who takes his Manchester United side to FC Porto in the Europa League. The pressure has risen on the United boss in recent days following a dismal performance against Tottenham at the weekend which saw his side lose 3-0 at Old Trafford. That result followed an underwhelming 1-1 draw at home to …
Read More »Americans Abroad Midweek Rewind: McKennie, Tillman, and more
Juventus made it two wins out of two to begin its UEFA Champions League return, with Weston McKennie playing a key role in Wednesday’s road victory. McKennie started and played 90 minutes as the Bianconeri defeated RB Leipzig 3-2. Despite being down to 10 men for most of the second half, Thiago Motta’s squad used goals from Dusan Vlahovic and …
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